(a) The guidelines and regulations of this Chapter shall only apply to the proposed addition or improvement unless the addition or improvement results in a square footage that is greater than fifty percent (50%) of the square footage of the existing structure or building. If the proposed addition or improvement exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the square footage of the existing building or structure, then the entire property shall be brought into compliance with these guidelines and regulations.
(b) No alteration or change shall be made to any property within an Overlay District, except as exempted by Section 1290.09 until approvals have been given by the Planning Commission. No Building or Zoning Permit shall be issued for any site improvement, construction, reconstruction, alteration or demolition of any structure now or hereafter in an Overlay District, unless approvals have been issued by the Planning Commission.
(c) Minor building improvements may be administratively reviewed and approved by the Community & Economic Development Director for compliance with the guidelines. Any improvement which is not in compliance with the guidelines or is determined by the Community & Economic Development Director to be beyond the scope of minor building improvements will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for review.
Minor building improvements shall include the following:
(1) Fences, arbors, and pergolas
(2) Siding, roofing, and window replacement
(3) Façade alterations which are minor in scale
(4) Signage
(Ord. 115-2020. Passed 2-22-21.)